Head of Food Technology | Co-Educational Secondary School | Warwickshire

Position: Head of Food Technology
Location: Warwickshire
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Head of Food Technology Role in a Co-Educational Secondary School

A well-regarded Co-Educational Secondary School in Warwickshire is seeking to appoint an experienced and ambitious Head of Food Technology to lead its successful Design & Technology faculty from September. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner or existing middle leader to take responsibility for Food Technology within a supportive and forward-thinking school environment.

Food Technology plays an important role within the wider curriculum, helping students develop practical culinary skills, creativity, independence, and a strong understanding of nutrition, health, and food science.

About the Role

As Head of Food Technology, you will lead the delivery of Food Technology across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement throughout the department.

You will be responsible for curriculum planning, quality assurance, staff support, and the continued development of an engaging and ambitious Food curriculum. Students study a broad programme that includes nutrition, food preparation, health and safety, food provenance, product development, and practical cooking skills.

The successful candidate will combine strong subject expertise with effective leadership skills, helping to drive progress, raise attainment, and promote Food Technology as a vibrant and successful subject within the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Food Technology across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver high-quality Food lessons and model excellent classroom practice

• Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and departmental development

• Support staff within the department through coaching and collaboration

• Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainment

• Ensure safe and effective use of specialist kitchens and resources

• Promote enrichment opportunities such as cooking clubs, competitions, and healthy living initiatives

• Contribute to whole-school curriculum development and quality assurance

The School Environment

This Co-Educational Secondary School in Warwickshire offers a welcoming and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve academically while developing practical life skills and confidence.

The Technology department benefits from specialist food rooms, excellent resources, supportive leadership, and a collaborative culture focused on high standards and continuous improvement. Staff are encouraged to innovate and are supported through strong professional development opportunities and clear progression pathways.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level

• Strong subject knowledge in Food, Nutrition, and related areas

• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Leadership potential or previous middle leadership experience

• Excellent classroom management, organisational, and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching KS5 Food or related courses

• Previous experience leading a subject area or curriculum strand

• Ability to contribute to wider Design & Technology provision

• Strong track record of improving student outcomes and curriculum development

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Head of Food Technology role in a Co-Educational Secondary School in Warwickshire starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.